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India-Russia friendship remains steady like the pole star, says PM
The Russian President is on a two-day visit; PM signals that energy ties will continue as a strong and vital pillar of the partnership, despite Western opposition; 16 MoUs signed; PM announces free e-tourist visas for Russians
Watch: Putin visit - Can India walk the balance withtheWest?
Parliament urges swift repairs for flood-damaged homes
House of Representatives Commission V member Zigo Rolanda has urged the Ministry of Housing and Settlement Areas (PKP) ...
President Prabowo highlights govt's swift response to Sumatra floods
President Prabowo Subianto emphasized that the Indonesian government had acted swiftly in responding to floods and ...
Hong Kong University suspends student union after calls for fire justice
The blaze that ripped through Wang Fuk Court in the city's northern Tai Po district last week killed at least 159 people and was the world's deadliest residential building fire since 1980.
Older adults, street children to be covered by free meals program: BGN
The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) will expand the beneficiaries of the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program to include ...
School revitalization improves access for students with disabilities
Primary and Secondary Education Minister Abdul Mu'ti affirmed that the governments school revitalization ...
Hybridization of the Terror Threat in India
Recent incidents point to the use of advanced operational techniques and technologies, signaling an increasing hybridization of terrorist techniques, tactics, and procedures.
Israel's cabinet approves 2026 budget with a hefty $35 billion for defence
The budget now heads to parliament for an initial vote and will face an uphill battle for approval as Israels government has become increasingly polarized. By law it must be approved by March or an election would be triggered.
A Forgotten Hostage Crisis: Bangladeshi Citizens in the Arakan Armys Captivity
Far away from the scrutiny of the international community, the Arakan Army is holding hundreds of Bangladeshi citizens as hostages.
SAR efforts intensified in flood and landslide areas
Joint search and rescue (SAR) teams continue to maximize their search efforts in areas affected by floods and ...
Satellite images reveal extent of flooding in Indonesias Sumatra
Multiple provinces in Indonesias westernmost island are ravaged with floods due to heavy rainfall which have killed at least 867
Indonesia sets long-term centralized training for 2028 Olympics
Youth and Sports Minister Erick Thohir stated that Indonesia will implement long-term preparations through a national ...
China and Indias National Strategy and Competition in Cislunar Space
The paths of China and India in space show how Asian space powers are fundamentally transforming the global distribution of capabilities and influence in cislunar space.
SME digitalization via QRIS boosts investment efficiency
The Prasasti Center for Policy Studies (Prasasti) reported that digitalization, including the use of the Quick Response ...
Prabowo sends off Indonesian contingent for 2025 SEA Games in Thailand
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on Friday officially sent off the Indonesian contingent that will participate in ...
New pier and new hope for Mandalika's future
Mornings along the Mandalika coast are consistently busy with tourism activity. The sound of gentle waves accompanies ...
Prabowo recalls youthful dream at SEA Games send-off
President Prabowo Subianto said that competing on the international sports stage is a rare honor reserved for ...
What Putin and Modi got out of Delhi meeting
BBC editors explain what lies behind the high-optics visit of Russian President Vladimir Putin to Delhi.
EU regulators hit Elon Musk's X with 120 million euro fine for breaching social media law
Regulators said X's blue checkmarks broke the rules because of their deceptive design that could expose users to scams and manipulation; X also fell short of the requirements for its ad database and giving access to researchers access to public data.
Army denies Starlink fee rumors, ensures services free in Sumatra
The Indonesian Army (TNI AD) has ensured that Starlink satellite communication services deployed to flood-affected ...
Gov't will assess GLP-1 use for obesity following WHO recommendation
The Health Ministry stated that they will assess the use and funding coverage by the national health insurance ...
Minister Lahadalia assures power restoration, fuel supply in Sumatra
Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources, Bahlil Lahadalia, ensured that efforts to restore access to electricity, ...
Electricity recovery in Sumatra progresses significantly: ministry
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources affirmed that the recovery of electricity systems in flood- and ...
W. Java Governor offers to build village for Padang flood victims
West Java Governor Dedi Mulyadi conveyed plans to build a village for residents affected by the hydrometeorological ...
President Prabowo ratifies extradition treaty with Russia
President Prabowo Subianto has officially ratified the extradition agreement with the Russian Federation by issuing Law ...
Sumatra flood: DPR urges operation of kitchens to prevent starvation
Speaker of the House of Representatives (DPR) Puan Maharani urged the government and disaster response teams to ...
Jakarta bans dog, cat meat trade to curb rabies
The Governor of Jakarta, Pramono Anung, has directed city agencies to strictly enforce a new regulation that prohibits ...
West Sumatra ensures health service continues post-disaster
The West Sumatra Provincial Government continues to ensure that health services remain operational in all areas ...
Edinburgh Airport says no flights currently operating due to IT issue
The airport, in a statement released on X, advised passengers to check with their airlines for the latest flight information
Minister confirms US$3.1 billion from JETP funds available for project
The Indonesian government stated that about US$3.1 billion from the initial US$20 billion Just Energy Transition ...
Indonesia to extend housing aid program to all districts in 2026
Indonesia will extend its self-help housing renovation program to every district and city for the first time in ...
Gov't ensures basic needs fulfilled for flood victims in Langkat
Deputy Social Affairs Minister Agus Jabo Priyono distributed aid to flood victims in Langkat, North Sumatra, to ensure ...
Indonesia, Germany cooperate on technology mobilization to finance
The National Development Planning Ministry/National Development Planning Agency (PPN/Bappenas) stated that its ...
Minister vows thorough review of mining activities in Sumatra flood
Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Bahlil Lahadalia affirmed readiness to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of ...
Indonesia must reflect its strength at 2025 SEA Games: Minister
Minister of Youth and Sports Erick Thohir urged the Indonesian contingent at the 2025 SEA Games in Thailand to showcase ...
Indonesian Fleet Day: Navy Chief calls for marines' solidarity
Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Ali said the commemoration of the Indonesian Fleet Day 2025 serves as a reminder ...
Indonesia drives industry decarbonization to stay within 1.5C
Indonesias Industry Ministry is pushing industrial decarbonization to help keep global ...
Gibran reviews Sumatra aid hub as government speeds relief
Indonesias Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka, joined by North Sumatra Governor Bobby Nasution, inspected ...
Gov't, DPR committed to improve lecturers' welfare
The House of Representatives (DPR) and the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology highlighted lecturer ...
Govt launches MSME recovery scheme for disaster-hit Sumatra provinces
The Indonesian government is moving quickly to establish a recovery scheme for Micro, Small, and Medium ...
India travel chaos worsens as IndiGo cancels hundreds of flights
IndiGo, India's largest carrier, has said operations will return to full normalcy only by 10 February.
Sumatra floods: Finance Ministry prepares emergency disaster funds
Indonesian Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa announced the readiness of additional emergency funds to address ...
When home has no space left: Indonesians look abroad for opportunity
Jikok indak gadang di kampuang, rantau laweh ditujuIf you cannot grow in your own hometown, then the wider ...
Sharia developers urged to lead Indonesia's 3 Million Houses Program
Deputy Minister of Housing and Settlement Areas (PKP) Fahri Hamzah has called on sharia-based property developers to ...
U.S. raid allegedly killed Syrian undercover agent instead of Islamic State group official
Neither U.S. nor Syrian government officials have commented on undercover agent al-Masoud's death, an indication that neither side wants the incident to derail improving ties
Banten races to restore 200,000 hectares of critical forests
The Banten Environment and Forestry Office (DLH) reported 200,000 hectares of critical forest area, mainly in Lebak and ...
'Senior Schools' help combat loneliness among Indonesia's elderly
The new national empowerment program featuring Senior Schools aims to combat loneliness and promote ...
U.S. immigration officials arrest Harvard professor after firing pellet gun near synagogue
The U.S. Homeland Security Department said Brazilian citizen Carlos Portugal Gouvea has agreed to leave the country
Indonesia probes companies behind logs that worsened Sumatra floods
The Forestry Ministry is still investigating the origin and status of the logs swept away by the floods, where it has ...
Indonesia reviews mining permits after deadly Sumatra floods
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) has deployed a team to re-evaluate mining business permits (IUP) in ...
Indonesia reopens key Aceh roads after deadly floods and landslides
Public Works Minister Dody Hanggodo said several strategic roads have become re-operational following the disaster in ...
Indonesia identifies 700 potential sunken treasure sites
The Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (KKP) has identified around 700 locations in Indonesian waters containing ...
IPB launches urban-environment research with Hanoi universities
IPB University and universities in Hanoi, Vietnam, namely the Hanoi University of Civil Engineering (HUCE) and the ...
U.S., Kenya sign first of what are expected to be dozens of America First' global health deals
The five-year, $2.5 billion agreement with Kenya was signed on Thursday (December 4, 2025) by Kenyan President William Ruto and Secretary of State Marco Rubio to replace a patchwork of previous health agreements that had traditionally been run by the U.S.
Ukraine fights on: A journey through a nation living under relentless war
Perhaps years of working in conflict zones, and the loss of a few colleagues has given me the instinct to move quickly and instilled in me a deeper sense of caution
Indonesia targets 50 percent cut in ocean waste by 2029
The Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (KKP) has set target to reduce 50 percent volume of waste entering ...
The New York Times sues Pentagon over Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth's media rules
The newspaper said the rules violate the Constitution's freedom of speech and due process provisions, since they give Mr. Hegseth the power to determine on his own whether a reporter should be banned
Pace selected by Prudential Financial to help automate its insurance operations with agentic AI
-Pace, the agentic workforce for insurance, was chosen by Prudentials Individual Life Insurance (ILI) business ...
Sumatra floods: Govt sets housing support for affected communities
Indonesia's Minister of Housing and Settlement Areas Maruarar Sirait said his ministry has prepared housing ...
Pakistan allows UN aid to Afghanistan via 2 border points
Peshawar: Pakistan on Thursday decided to allow United Nations agencies to deliver relief supplies to Afghanistan from two border crossing points in northwest Pakistan, according to an official communication issued by the Ministry of Commerce. The ministry has written a letter to the Director General of Afghan Transit Trade and the Member Customs Operations of Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Pakistan allows U.N. to deliver relief supplies to Afghanistan through 2 border crossings
The government directed authorities to facilitate the phase-wise clearance of containers belonging to UNICEF, WFP, and the UNFPA
Jakarta prepares budget to continue NCICD construction in 2026
The DKI Jakarta Provincial Government announced that it has allocated a budget to continue the construction of the ...
VP Gibraninspects collapsed bridge as Aceh flood recovery ramps up
Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka on Thursday inspected the collapsed Anak Laut Bridge in Gosong Telaga Barat ...
Muslim World League offers support after deadly Sumatra floods
Muslim World League Secretary General Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa offered condolences to Indonesia after ...
HalimunSalakauthorities push miners to join conservation effort
Gunung Halimun Salak National Park (TNGHS) authorities are urging illegal miners to help safeguard the conservation ...
Cargo drone helps reach remote disaster-hit areas in Central Aceh
The Central Aceh District Government has received a large cargo drone from Foreign Minister Sugiono to accelerate ...
Indonesia sees slight Q4 growth hit after disasters, minister says
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa said Indonesias fourth-quarter economic growth will likely come in ...
Indonesia sets 5 percent elderly Hajj pilgrim quota for each province
Deputy Minister of Hajj and Umrah Dahnil Anzar Simanjuntak stated that the Indonesian government has set a special ...
Indonesia's first Panda cub becomes symbol of China ties
Cabinet Secretary Teddy I. Wijaya said Thursday that Rio, Indonesias first-ever panda cub, has ...
Indonesia seeks expansion of preferential trade agreement with Turkey
Deputy Minister of Trade Dyah Roro Esti affirmed Indonesia's commitment to accelerating the expansion of the scope ...
Oil, defence and geopolitics: Why Putin is visiting Modi in Delhi
BBC editors explain what is at stake as Russian President Vladimir Putin starts a two-day visit to India.
Social aid digitalization ensures effective allocation, minister says
Home Affairs Minister Tito Karnavian emphasized the importance of digitalization in social aid distribution, so it can ...
Prabowo invited to address Muslim World League congress
Indonesias Deputy Minister for Hajj and Umrah Dahnil Anzar Simanjuntak said Thursday that the Muslim World ...
Minister calls for regions' support for flood-hit Sumatra provinces
Home Affairs Minister Tito Karnavian urged regional heads across Indonesia to show their solidarity and provide support ...
Army chief Munir deliberately igniting tensions with Afghanistan: Imran Khan
Lahore: Pakistans jailed former prime minister Imran Khan on Wednesday claimed that army chief Field Marshal Asim Munirs policies are disastrous for the country and accused him of deliberately igniting tensions with Afghanistan. The 73-year-old former cricketer-turned-politician made the remarks in a social media post a day after his sister, Dr Uzma Khan, met him Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Ministry raises Rp1.5 bln for flood-hit cultural heritage in Sumatra
The Indonesian Ministry of Culture has raised Rp1.5 billion (around US$90,000) to help manage the impact of floods and ...
A closer look at Indonesia's green diplomatic gains at COP30
The 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30), held in Belm, Brazil, concluded on November 21, ...
Indonesia probes 12 firms over deadly Sumatra floods
Indonesias Forestry MinisterRaja Juli Antoni said Thursday that authorities have identified 12 companies ...
ADB, World Bank launch first projects in Pacific under new framework
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the World Bank Group have announced their first two collaborative projects in the ...
Agriculture Ministry, TNI team up to deliver aid to Sumatra
The Ministry of Agriculture is working with the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) to deliver emergency supplies to ...
Indonesia pushes faster field action to curb stunting
Indonesias Population and Family Development Minister Wihaji on Thursday urged regional governments to intensify ...
Indonesian police charge factory director over Cs-137 contamination
Indonesian police have charged the director of a metal-processing firm with causing radioactive cesium-137 ...
MuslimWorld League backs Indonesia's Hajj village plan
Indonesias plan to build a Hajj Village in Saudi Arabia has gained support from the Muslim World ...
RI Govt moves to restore Sumatra villages hit by disasters
The Indonesian government is accelerating efforts to restore villages devastated by flooding and landslides across ...
Air force A400M delivers 24 tons of aid to flood-hit Aceh
An Indonesian Air Force A400M carrying 24 tons of emergency relief for flood and landslide survivors in Aceh landed at ...
TNLA Accused of Protecting Myanmar Junta Troops in Mongmit
The Taang army is blocking resistance forces from retaking the northern Shan town following its China-brokered handover.
Prabowo shares story of newborn Panda in Indonesia with Wang Huning
President Prabowo Subianto shared the story of a newborn panda in Indonesia with Wang Huning, chairman of the National ...
RI Govt accelerates connectivity expansion in disaster-hit areas
Indonesia is racing to restore telecommunications in flood- and landslide-hit areas of Aceh, North Sumatra, and West ...
Muslim World League hails Indonesia as model of harmony in diversity
Secretary General of the Muslim World League (MWL) Sheikh Muhammad bin Abdul Karim Al-Issa emphasized that Indonesia ...
